Self-Development

Skilled: Personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve self. Understands that different situations and levels may call for different skills and approaches. Works to deploy strengths and works on compensating for weakness and limits. Open to learning about different cultures and perspectives.

Unskilled: Doesn’t put in the effort to grow and change, doesn’t do anything to act on constructive feedback, does not adjust approach to different audiences and situations, may be immune to negative feedback appearing arrogant or defensive. May fear failure and the risk of admitting shortcomings. May not believe people really change, therefore it’s not worth the effort. May believe in development but always too busy.

Growth Resources

1. Read HBR article The Right Mindset for Success and discuss with your team (15 minutes)
2. Read The Chronicle of Philanthropy article 10 Ways to Work Smarter in 2017 (5 minutes)
3. Watch video Design Thinking Your Life with Mendoza’s Wendy Angst (30 minutes) 
4. Register for  newly announced learning programs offered by HR such as Seven Habits for Personal and Professional Success
5. Improve technology skills via spring OIT workshops
6. Consider various ways (not just a class/conference/training session) you can grow (5 minutes)
   1. Interview, shadow, or cross-train with a colleague
   2. Take the lead on a stretch-project
   3. Network across the university or across higher education advancement.
   4. Seek candid feedback on your growth
7. Browse Skillport: Notre Dame’s new online learning portal and review content such as:
   1. Make Time at Work for Personal Development (2 minute video)
   2. Leadership Self Development: Picking One Area to Work On (3 minute video)
   3. Creating Your Own Leadership Development Plan (60 minute course)
8. Read Heroic Leadership and participate in ND Shares book chat on February 20